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Host Adam Conover employs a combination of comedy, history and science to dispel widespread misconceptions about everything we take for granted.
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Adam Ruins Everything
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Quick facts
First Aired
2015
Seasons
3
Episodes
64
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.5/10
Votes
98
Genre
Comedy, Documentary
Status
Canceled
Network
truTV
Director
Language
EN
Seasons
S01E01
Adam Ruins Giving
Adam exposes why shoe companies that give away free footwear do more harm than good, and explains why you should stop giving food pantries your leftover canned goods.
S01E02
Adam Ruins Security
Adam sets his sights on security, explaining that airport security wastes too much of our time and money, medicine safety seals do nothing to protect us, and your credit card numbe…
S01E03
Adam Ruins Cars
Adam exposes the surprising truths behind car dealerships, and the fact that the concept of "jaywalking" was created by auto manufacturers to blame pedestrians for car crashes.
S01E04
Adam Ruins Forensic Science
Adam uncovers the scary truth behind unreliable methods used as evidence in criminal cases. He exposes the flaws of fingerprinting, hair strand matches and bite mark analysis - whi…
S01E05
Adam Ruins Restaurants
Adam explains why tipping is a custom worth ditching, shows that experts can't tell the difference between wines, and reveals that mislabeled seafood is rampant in the industry.
S01E06
Adam Ruins Hygiene
Adam reveals that the term "halitosis" was popularized in a 1920's ad campaign that used cruel ads to make people insecure about their breath, and explains why running water is one…
S01E07
Adam Ruins Voting
The twisted history of the Electoral College, explaining that the Founding Fathers did not want most Americans to vote.
S01E08
Adam Ruins Work
Adam shows how the 40-hour work week not only exhausts employees but also harms businesses, reveals the legal mess of hiring interns and freelancers, and explores how discussing yo…
S01E09
Adam Ruins Summer Fun
Adam reveals that extended vacation makes you dumber, and that iconic rodent Mickey Mouse has made a mess of our copyright laws.
S01E10
Adam Ruins Sex
This episode explains why circumcision is common in the United States, how Herpes isn't as scary as the media makes it seem, how most people do not truly understand the hymen, and …
S01E11
Adam Ruins Nutrition
Adam shows why vitamin supplements don't make us any healthier, that the "balanced breakfast" we've been sold is anything but, and reveals how most of the nutritional science the m…
S01E12
Adam Ruins Death
In a limbo setting, Adam exhibits several failed attempts at terrestrial immortality, and reveals the American funeral industry's more exploitive tactics of mourners. After his dat…
S01E13
Adam Ruins Hollywood
Straight from the red carpet (and with the help of celebrity guests Rachel Bloom and Ariana Madix), Adam exposes the hidden truths behind Hollywood's glitz and glamour, from the cl…
S01E14
Adam Ruins Football
Adam hits the gridiron to illustrate why the playoffs rarely determine which team is best, then he explores how hydration myths spread by sports drink companies are putting kids at…
S01E15
Adam Ruins Weddings
Emily and Murph's wedding day is finally here - but Adam's gift of information may rain on their parade. Adam reveals how most wedding "traditions" were recently created by consume…
S01E16
Adam Ruins Malls
Adam illustrates that shopping centres were created as tax loopholes for greedy developers, outlet stores are a scam selling low quality merchandise, and nutrient supplements are o…
S01E17
Adam Ruins Animals
Adam explores how purebred dogs are genetic monsters created by bored Victorians and reveals how domestic cats are overpopulated, lethal killing machines.
S01E18
Adam Ruins Immigration
S01E19
Adam Ruins Housing
Adam gets evicted from his home, and while searching for a new place, he exposes the harsh realities of real estate. Plus, Adam explains why helping the homeless is a lot simpler a…
S01E20
Adam Ruins Drugs
Adam weeds through the misconceptions of marijuana and exposes the blunt truth about the War on Drugs - that it stemmed from a racist and political agenda. Plus, Adam illustrates w…
S01E21
Adam Ruins Prison
When Emily gets tossed in the slammer, her cellmate reveals that corporations make money off prison inmates while the system does nothing to reduce crime. Adam then sheds light on …
S01E22
Adam Ruins the Wild West
Adam reveals how prostitution - despite its reputation - actually helped settle the West. He then explains why the "All-American Cowboy" is a myth and that the real western hero wa…
S01E23
Adam Ruins the Internet
While on a magical technological journey, Adam shows that smartphones are not the society-killers you'd think they are, American cable service providers are basically cartels, and …
S01E24
Adam Ruins Justice
After getting Emily out of prison, Adam and his sister Rhea take on the justice system; shining a spotlight on the infamous McDonalds hot coffee lawsuit and the substantial problem…
S01E25
Adam Ruins Christmas
Ho ho...huh?! Adam teaches his sister that the real St. Nick story is a lot creepier than she thought, and modern Santa was created by commercialism only a century ago. Adam also r…
S01E26
Adam Ruins Going Green
Adam meets a young dad on a personal mission to save the world and end climate change...until Adam turns his world upside down. Find out why electric cars and green products don't …
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Questions about Adam Ruins Everything
How many seasons does Adam Ruins Everything have?
Adam Ruins Everything has 3 seasons and 64 episodes total.
Who created Adam Ruins Everything?
Adam Ruins Everything was created by Adam Conover and first aired in 2015.
What genre is Adam Ruins Everything?
Adam Ruins Everything is a Comedy, Documentary series.
Who stars in Adam Ruins Everything?
The cast of Adam Ruins Everything includes Adam Conover, Emily Axford, River Butcher.
What is the TMDB rating for Adam Ruins Everything?
Adam Ruins Everything has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 based on 98 votes.
